UGC 8837

Irregular · 27.07 million light-years

UGC 8837 is an irregular galaxy 27.07 million light-years from the Sun, in Ursa Major. Its light has travelled 27.07 million years to reach us.

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Facts

Also known asHo IV
TypeIrregular
Distance27.07 million light-years (bs)
Radius13,470 light-years
Absolute magnitude-15.90
ConstellationUrsa Major
Position (J2000)RA 208.6875°, Dec 53.9047°

In Orrery Space

In galaxy mode, press Local Universe and search for it on the map, or follow the link above: the autopilot flies there, and up close the galaxy is drawn to its catalogued size, shape and tilt (the stars and arms themselves are illustrative).

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